Any computer experts?

[RGD.]

Originally Posted by E-Tx Surveyor

. . . I hear it can be done relatively easier and far cheaper with better specs compared to a store bought system.
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Better specs, Yes. Far cheaper, No.

Originally Posted by E-Tx Surveyor

. . . I think I will go with a $750 system . . . a very high end video card.

Some video cards alone can run that much -

Originally Posted by Chingas

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Don't forget to comp your prices. Ive bought a majority of all my parts from Newegg and ZipZoomFly.

Good luck brother.

Originally Posted by XTRazzer

. . . As already stated don't skimp on the power supply. Although I would go with a minimum of 650w because of today's graphics cards.

Case is important too. Better quality cases have better cooling flow and there aren't sharp edges on the steel inside. Bigger fans can be run slower and therefore quieter. Cases usually incur higher shipping charges, so buy locally when on sale.

I actually found my last case on Buy.com, saved a few hundred and got free shipping. Keep them in mind after you select your parts for price checking.

Originally Posted by XTRazzer

. . . . Picking the components is the hardest part. The rest is pretty much reading instructions and assembling.

Once you select your motherboard - see what they recommend for the memory chips and go with it. Don't just select any ole memory based on price, etc.

Good luck with it and let us know what you end up with!


Ron